OSINT Investigator - Contractor - UK based - Farsi language skills

The Centre for Information Resilience (CIR) is an independent organisation dedicated to exposing human rights violations and threats to democracy. We achieve this through open source research, digital investigations, capacity-building with local partners, and collaboration with media to amplify our impact.

CIR was born out of a determination to expose those spreading harm – online and offline – around the world, particularly in areas of violent conflict, such as Ukraine, Sudan and Myanmar. Our projects are at the forefront of efforts to investigate and document human rights abuses, war crimes, harms targeting women and minorities, and influence operations. We work closely with multilateral and national justice accountability bodies.

The Role

The OSINT Investigator will work in a team dedicated to investigating capabilities within the security sector in the Middle East region. They will use open-source tools, techniques and methodologies to collate, verify and analyse information shared across a variety of open sources.

Role details:

Number of roles: 1

Contract Type: Contractor

Contract length: ASAP for 2 month

Hours needed for this role: Full time hours.

Location: UK based.

Languages: You must be able to speak and write English. Plus understand and read Farsi.

Closing date: Thursday 14th August 2025 at 23:55pm UK time.

Requirements

Main Responsibilities

• Apply open-source investigation and analytical techniques to collect, collate, verify and analyse data from open sources, and record the information in databases with pre-set information fields and ensure they are appropriately sourced and comprehensively capture the topic within the project’s scope.
• Review data entries to ensure their accuracy and relevance to the project.
• Contribute to internal reviews of effectiveness and identify opportunities to improve efficiency of project activities.

Essential Criteria:

• Proven track record in OSINT-driven investigations.
• Proficient research language skills in Farsi language.
• Experience in the security sector.
• Experience in projects with sizeable datasets.
• Excellent written communication skills, including the ability to translate technical terminology for lay audiences and to support clear, comprehensive and timely data collection.

Recruitment Process

To apply, please submit your CV and complete the application form questions. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview, which can be conducted remotely unless specified otherwise. CIR encourages applicants from under-represented communities.

CIR is an equal opportunities employer. If you require adjustments or additional support to complete this process, please let us know in your application.

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